India is set to present new evidence at the United Nations Security Council, accusing Pakistan of supporting cross-border terrorism linked to the deadly April 22 Pahalgam attack. This move marks a major diplomatic push to hold Pakistan accountable on the global stage and demand action from the UNSC’s 1267 Sanctions Committee
India to present Terror Proof at UN India is set to present new evidence at the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) next week, alleging Pakistan’s involvement in cross-border terrorism. This follows the April 22 terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir, where 26 individuals, including tourists, were killed. The attack was initially claimed by The Resistance Front (TRF), which India asserts is a proxy for the Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba. India plans to present its case to the UNSC’s 1267 Sanctions Committee, which oversees sanctions against entities associated with AI Qaeda, ISIS, and related groups. This move aims to hold Pakistan accountable for what India describes as state-sponsored terrorism. The Pahalgam attack is the deadliest targeting tourists in the region since 2000. Intelligence reports have identified four individuals connected to the attack, including two Pakistani nationals. Pakistan denies involvement, asserting that TRF is a local group and not a terrorist organisation. India has faced challenges at the 1267 Committee, particularly due to opposition from China, a permanent UNSC member and close ally of Pakistan. China has previously blocked proposals to list Pakistan-based terrorists, including LeT founder Hafiz Saeed and Jaish-e-Mohammed leader Maulana Masood Azhar. India’s diplomatic initiative coincides with concerns over Pakistan’s recent financial assistance from the International Monetary Fund (IMF). On May 9, the IMF approved a $1 billion disbursement under the Extended Fund Facility and an additional $1.3 billion loan under the Resilience and Sustainability Facility. India abstained from the vote, expressing fears that these funds could be diverted for military expenditures and support for terror-related activities. Indian officials anticipate resistance during the upcoming UNSC sessions but view this as an opportunity to highlight Pakistan’s alleged duplicity and rally International support for greater accountability.
